Society is something of a catch-all phrase for organized humanity. It's just another word for people. And just as there can be evil in people, there can also be evil in society. And evil, in any of its myriad guises, can only bring us pain and sadness.

Sad Poems on Society (1-25)

Author

Somewhere In The Night	Marilyn
Darkness surrounds life and causes fear. Where can we find the light and strength to fly free?
Unhappy Christmas	Steve Woodman
When abusive parents turn to alcohol, it's the children who pay the price.
Better Tomorrow	Amy M. Jones
There is, perhaps, no greater fear than the fear of being abused again.
An Abrupt Stop	Brandy Bryant
Some answers are anything but answers. Instead, they leave only questions.
Big Mistake	Klynn
The scars of psychological abuse can last a long time. But not necessarily forever.
Looking For The Sun	Nikki
Our own troubles often seem insignificant when compared to those of others.
The Ambulance Down In The Valley	Vanessa
In an angry world, everyone is affected. Even the children.
Torment	Emilith
How can one describe the misery of an eating disorder?
Littleton	Rosebud
Littleton, Colorado left a lot of questions in its wake. And very few answers.
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Lost Love Poems - Sad Love Poems A subcategory of Sad Poems, this section presents poetry exploring the pain and devastation of losing love.

Poetry about Death and Loss A subcategory of Sad Poems, these poems are about losing those we love to the one enemy none can escape.

Poems About Depression and Suicide A subcategory of Sad Poems, these poems cover a wide range of topics ranging from melancholy to suicide.

Poems About Society *you are here A subcategory of Sad Poems, these poems explore the evils and hurt found within our society. Please be advised that many of these poems cover sensitive issues, like rape and child abuse, and may not be suitable for a young audience

Poems About Lost Friends A subcategory of Friendship Poems, this category contains poems about the loss of friendship and how it can impact our lives.

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Poems for the People - Poems by the People

A Prayer For Littleton, Colorado	Lisa Teller
Events in Littleton, Colorado brought an outburst of emotion and pain to an entire nation. Including the poets.
Betrayal In The Dark	Pauline Hamblin
This poem is dedicated to all those who are violated by the one person who should protect them.
Who Would Know	Melissa Hensle
It doesn't always take much to change a life. Or to abruptly end it.
Little Boy Lost	Pauline Hamblin
It isn't men who die in war. It's really a mother's little boy…
What They Can't See Kills Me	Kimberly
What we experience as a child, can haunt us all our lives.
Little Boy Black And Blue	Michael Anderson
Of all the Wrong things in this world, of all the Sad things in this world, none are more so than Child Abuse.
The Fight	Kara Chernushin Riccitelli
This poem candidly depicts some of the undesirable aspects of today's society. We may not like it, but it has become an all too familiar reality.
The Two Faces Of Love	Pauline Hamblin
Most of us are fortunate enough, at times, to know the one face of love. But too many are unfortunate enough to see the other face, the face we call Abuse.
Voices	Wes Mitchell
Often, those who most need help refuse to ask.
Deadly Passion	Pauline Hamblin
In today's society, there can be a terrible, deadly cost to pay for a few moment's of passion.
Daddy's Faltering Love	Pauline Hamblin
Most of us see violence against a child as horrific and evil. Have you ever wondered how the child sees it?
Wrongfully Convicted	Angelina Merrill
Life isn't always perfect, and it certainly isn't always fair.
The Bad One	Kaspatch
Love is as much a physical expression as an emotional one - but it should never leave bruises.
Fault	Lloyd Klumpp
This poem is about child abuse - and a wisdom gained through the perspective of maturity.
Faded Dream	Dry Petals
This poem is beautiful. And very, very ugly. It's about the rape of a fourteen year old, and her response to a shattering experience.
Hopelessness	Miradu
As the homeless population of the world grows larger, this stark poem explores the hopelessness of their plight.